Red Color Shades — #FF0000, 7 Steps
Generate 7 lighter and 7 darker shades from pure red (#FF0000) for a comprehensive red color palette.
How to use this tool
- Enter your base hex color.
- Choose the number of steps (1–10) in each direction.
- The output lists tints (lighter), the base, then shades (darker).
Expanding pure red in 7 steps each direction gives a rich palette from blush pinks to deep crimsons.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between a tint and a shade?
- A tint is a color mixed with white (lighter); a shade is a color mixed with black (darker). A tone mixes with grey.
- How are the steps calculated?
- Each step linearly interpolates the RGB channels toward white (for tints) or black (for shades) by an equal fraction.